Direct (nonstop) flights from Male to Gan Island

1 airline flys nonstop from Male International Airport (MLE) to Gan Island (GAN). It's 336 miles (541 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by Maldivian.

MLE
Male International Airport
🇲🇻 Male, Maldives
GAN
Gan Island
🇲🇻 Gan Island, Maldives
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
336 mi
541 km
CO₂/pax
62 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Maldivian
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Maldivian Maldivian

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Maldivian Q2 Maldivian
Route
MLE → GAN
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
336 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Male to Gan Island with one stop · direct emits 62 kg CO₂ per passenger

MLE GKK (Kooddoo Island) GAN
Leg 1: 1h 5m (237 mi) Leg 2: 40m (99 mi) Total: ~1h 45m 🍃 87 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLE → GKK
1h 5m · 237 mi
View MLE to GKK flights →
Leg 2
GKK → GAN
40m · 99 mi
View GKK to GAN flights →
MLE FVM (Fuvahmulah Island) GAN
Leg 1: 1h 25m (309 mi) Leg 2: 20m (32 mi) Total: ~1h 45m 🍃 88 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLE → FVM
1h 25m · 309 mi
View MLE to FVM flights →
Leg 2
FVM → GAN
20m · 32 mi
View FVM to GAN flights →
MLE CMB (Colombo) GAN
Leg 1: 1h 25m (483 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (712 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+297% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLE → CMB
1h 25m · 483 mi
View MLE to CMB flights →
Leg 2
CMB → GAN
1h 50m · 712 mi
View CMB to GAN flights →

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GAN → MLE: Flights from Gan Island to Male

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Male to Gan Island?

A nonstop flight from Male (MLE) to Gan Island (GAN) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 336 miles (541 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Male to Gan Island?

Just Maldivian.

Is there a nonstop flight from Male to Gan Island?

Yes. 1 airline: Maldivian.

How far is Male from Gan Island?

The flight distance from Male to Gan Island is 336 miles (541 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Male to Gan Island?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Male to Gan Island?

Roughly 62 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 310 km.

Is the return flight from Gan Island to Male also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Male to Gan Island?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Male International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.